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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 9:47:23 GMT
Jason Watson gets on well with Mercers and the jockey gets back on the filly in the 2.45 at Lingfield. She has to overcome a wide draw, but she could make it 3-3 for the combination.
Thomas Patrick looked ready for a step up in trip when winning at Chepstow last time. He moves up 7f in trip in the Devon National (4.50 Exeter) and looks to holds excellent claims.
Ben Pauling is four winners from nine with his bumper debutants at Warwick and Step You Gaily represents the trainer in the 5.10.
Robyn Brisland and Luke Morris have yet to taste defeat when teaming up at Wolverhampton. Navajo Star bids to extend that record in the 6.15.
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 9:48:20 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 9:48:46 GMT
Warwick
Robin Goodfellow
1.50 Lisdoonvarna Lad
2.25 Jaboticaba
3.00 Sparkling River
3.30 Knockgraffon
4.05 American Life
4.40 Capard King
5.10 Be That As It May
Gimcrack
1.50 Lisdoonvarna Lad
2.25 Eolian
3.00 Sparkling River
3.30 Cobra De Mai
4.05 American Life
4.40 West Wizard
5.10 Megaboost
Lingfield
Robin Goodfellow
2.10 Mimram
2.45 Krazy Paving
3.20 Rock On Baileys
3.50 Eljaddaaf
4.25 Perfect Illusion
5.00 Star Ascending
Gimcrack
2.10 Odds On Oli
2.45 Wild Flower
3.20 Rock On Baileys
3.50 Bobby Wheeler (nap)
4.25 Perfect Illusion
5.00 Star Ascending
Exeter
Robin Goodfellow
2.00 For Carmel
2.35 Drops Of Jupitor
3.10 Molineaux
3.40 Polly’s Pursuit
4.15 Pure Vision
4.50 Thomas Patrick (nb)
5.20 Summit Like Herbie
Gimcrack
2.00 Robert’s Star
2.35 Waiheke
3.10 Reikers Island
3.40 Kalahari Queen
4.15 Pure Vision
4.50 Yanmare
5.20 Fontsanta
Wolverhampton
Robin Goodfellow
5.45 Jessie Allan
6.15 Canford Thompson
6.45 Scuzeme
7.15 Sayesse (nap)
7.45 Rowlestonerendezvu
8.15 Daze Out
Gimcrack
5.45 High Anxiety
6.15 Mistress Viz
6.45 Stapleford
7.15 Spare Parts (nb)
7.45 Naralsaif
8.15 Super Florence
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 9:49:23 GMT
The Jockey Club’s plans to knock down historic Kempton Park for a massive property development appear to be dead in the water. The racecourse owners and Redrow Homes jointly proposed the closure of hugely popular Kempton, which hosts the iconic King George VI Chase on Boxing Day, to build 3,000 homes. The £200million raised from the land grab would be used to improve other Jockey Club courses including Sandown, the recommended new home of the King George.
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 9:50:00 GMT
Exeter's Devon National meeting today, subject to two inspections, will go ahead as planned.
Officials were forced to assess conditions at 8am after temperatures dipped to -2.5C and left parts of the track frozen.
That proved inconclusive so another check was called at 9.30am when clerk of the course Barry Johnson was able to give the fixture the green light.
There are no problems at Warwick, which stages the other jumps meeting today, while all-weather action takes place at Lingfield, Wolverhampton and Dundalk.
Going report
Warwick (first race 1.50) Good to soft, soft in places over hurdles (Rail movements; R1 -35y, R2 & 7 -24y, R3 & 6 +65y, R4 +48y, R5 -48y).
Exeter (2.00) Soft, good to soft in places (GoingStick: Chase 6.3, Hurdle 6.2 on Wednesday at 3pm).
Lingfield (2.10) Standard.
Dundalk (5.30) Standard.
Wolverhampton (5.45) Standard.
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 9:50:39 GMT
SATURDAY.
FREE TO AIR TV RACES 1:50 KEMPTON Betdaq Now 2% Commission Pendil Novices' Chase (Grade 2) Cl1 (5yo+) 2m4½f ITV4 2:05 LINGFIELD (AW) POLYTRACK Betway Hever Sprint Stakes (Listed Race) Cl1 (4yo+) 5f ITV4 2:25 KEMPTON Betdaq #ChangingForTheBettor Adonis Juvenile Hurdle (Grade 2) Cl1 (4yo) 2m ITV4 2:45 NEWCASTLE Betfred Eider Handicap Chase Cl2 (5yo+) 4m½f ITV4 3:00 KEMPTON Sky Bet Dovecote Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) Cl1 (4yo+) 2m ITV4 3:15 LINGFIELD (AW) POLYTRACK Betway Winter Derby Stakes (Group 3) (All-Weather Championships Fast-Track Qualifier) Cl1 (4yo+) 1m2f ITV4 3:35 KEMPTON Betdaq Handicap Chase (Grade 3) Cl1 (5yo+) 3m
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 16:07:58 GMT
Advance Research Stats For The Betdaq Handicap Chase
Kempton 3.55
Betdaq Handicap Chase (Grade 3)
Formerly the Racing Post Chase
Graded Handicap Chase over 3m
Recent winners had these Chase runs 4 17 10 8 3 28 6 9 6 7 11 Number of runs this Season 4 3 2 6 4 3 3 5 2 3 4 6 3 4
Go back to the 1997 renewal The longest absent winner was 84 days Horses absent longer had a 0-24 record
You can get exposed winners in this race Nacarat did it with 28 Chase runs in 2012 He was a track specialist and the exception Most past winners were far lighter raced
I'd oppose horses with 20 + Chase runs They tend not to win similar races Graded Handicap chases Since 2017 Any distance 33 of these races 31 of the 33 winners had under 20 Chase runs Horses with 20 or more were just 2-92
Horses aged 10 or more underperform Since 2004 they have a 1-44 record Since 2000 they have a 2-69 record Look at horses aged 10 in this race Who raced within the last 60 days You find a 0-51 record since 2000 Horses aged 7 have a 4-48 record Need to have under 9 Chase runs None have won similar races with more Horses aged 8 have a 7-66 record None of them had over 12 starts Horses aged 8 absent over 28 days Have a 0-28 record in 20 renewals
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 16:19:50 GMT
SATURDAY.
SCOOP 6 1:15 KEMPTON Back Or Lay On Betdaq Handicap Hurdle Cl3 (4yo+ 0-135) 2m5f RUK 2:05 LINGFIELD (AW) POLYTRACK Betway Hever Sprint Stakes (Listed Race) Cl1 (4yo+) 5f ITV4 2:45 NEWCASTLE Betfred Eider Handicap Chase Cl2 (5yo+) 4m½f ITV4 3:00 KEMPTON Sky Bet Dovecote Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2) Cl1 (4yo+) 2m ITV4 3:15 LINGFIELD (AW) POLYTRACK Betway Winter Derby Stakes (Group 3) (All-Weather Championships Fast-Track Qualifier) Cl1 (4yo+) 1m2f ITV4 3:35 KEMPTON Betdaq Handicap Chase (Grade 3) Cl1 (5yo+) 3m ITV4
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 18:42:28 GMT
Exeter, 23 Feb 18 Race 1 - 2:00pm THE ENHANCED PLACE ODDS AT 188BET HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race James Best reported that MOUNTAIN OF MOURNE (IRE), placed fourth, hung right-handed from the end of the back straight and Nick Scholfield reported that FOR CARMEL (IRE), which was pulled up, was never travelling.
Race 2 - 2:35pm THE BET & WATCH AT 188bet.co.uk MARES' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (NHMOPS Bonus Race) The winner, LOVE LANE (IRE), appeared to show improved form compared with her previous run at Towcester on 1 February 2018, where the mare finished fourth of seven, beaten 21 ¼ lengths. Henry Oliver’s explanation that the mare had been working better at home following her first run over hurdles at Towcester, was noted. LOVE LANE (IRE) was routine tested.
Liam Heard, the rider of WAIHEKE, placed second, was suspended for 2 days for using his whip above the permitted level from approaching the second last flight.
Following the race Liam Heard reported that WAIHEKE hung left-handed.
Race 3 - 3:10pm THE SIX NATIONS RUGBY AT 188BET 'NATIONAL HUNT' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race Sean Houlihan reported that LAPFORD LAD, unplaced, hung left-handed in the home straight.
Race 5 - 4:15pm THE 188BET CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL PREVIEW 6th MARCH STEEPLE CHASE (A NOVICES' LIMITED HANDICAP) (CLASS 3) Following the race Barry Geraghty reported that PURE VISION (IRE), which was pulled up, wasn't travelling from half way through the race. Subsequently Anthony Honeyball reported that the gelding appeared to jump hesitantly out of the sticky ground. PURE VISION (IRE) was routine tested.
Race 7 - 5:20pm THE PLAY SLOTS AT 188BET CASINO STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) Permission was given for CORSECOMBE to go early to post. View Stewards report Warwick, 23 Feb 18 Race 1 - 1:50pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF 'NATIONAL HUNT' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) (Qualifier) Following the race, Jonathan Burke reported that LISDOONVARNA LAD (IRE), unplaced, stopped quickly.
Race 2 - 2:25pm THE WHITSON BLOODSTOCK & OLLY MURPHY RACING JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) NEVER A WORD (USA) wore earplugs.
Following the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that EOLIAN, placed fifth, lost its left fore shoe and was lame on its right fore.
Race 3 - 3:00pm THE FALLER REFUNDS AT 188BET MARES' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) (Qualifier for the Challenger Mares' Staying Chase Series Final) Following the race, Harry Bannister reported that RUBY YEATS, which was pulled up, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the mare during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities. The Veterinary Officer also reported that SOCKSY (IRE), placed fourth, lost its right hind shoe and BLAMEITALONMYROOTS (IRE), placed fifth, was lame on its left hind.
Race 4 - 3:30pm THE ENTIRE CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL ON RACINGUK BUDBROOKE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Following the race, Sean Bowen reported that CALIPTO (FR), placed fifth, stopped quickly and Venetia Williams reported that the gelding had a breathing problem.
Race 5 - 4:05pm THE 188BET DOWNLOAD THE APP HANDS AND HEELS HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' AND AMATEUR RIDERS' RACE ) (Part of the Racing Excellence Initiative) Following the race, Charlie Hammond reported that MAX DYNAMO, placed third, hung left turning into the home straight in the final circuit.
Race 6 - 4:40pm THE SIX NATIONS RUGBY AT 188BET HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 4) Following the race, Will Kennedy reported that TWOJAYSLAD, which was pulled up, stopped quickly and the Veterinary Officer reported that MORE THAN LUCK (IRE), placed sixth, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 7 - 5:10pm THE BRITISH STALLION STUDS EBF MARES' STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (NHMOPS Bonus Race) Approximately 1 furlong out, the winner, MIDNIGHTREFERENDUM, edged right causing LADY OF THE NIGHT, placed second, to be slightly checked, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of MIDNIGHTREFERENDUM. View Stewards report Lingfield Park, 23 Feb 18 Race 1 - 2:10pm THE 32Red.com HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) An enquiry was held to consider interference 1 furlong out when LAYTOWN (IRE), placed sixth, ridden by Dougie Costello, interfered with MINIATURE DAFFODIL (IRE), placed fifth, ridden by Andrew Mullen. Costello was suspended for 3 days for careless riding as he had allowed his mount to drift left-handed towards the rail without correction, causing Mullen to take a check for a number of strides.
Following the race, Kieren Fox reported that FREE TALKIN, placed fourth, hung right-handed.
Race 2 - 2:45pm THE BETWAY HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Adam Kirby reported that ARAGON KNIGHT, unplaced, stopped quickly.
Race 3 - 3:20pm THE 32Red CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for ROCK ON BAILEYS to wear a hood in the Parade Ring, and for WARRIOR’S VALLEY to go early to post.
Race 4 - 3:50pm THE PLAY STARBURST SLOT AT sunbets.co.uk/vegas HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for SWORD EXCEED (GER) to go early to post.
The sponsorship in relation to SWORD EXCEED (GER), trained by Ivan Furtado, did not comply with the Sponsorship Code of Conduct. Furtado was warned as to his responsibility to ensure that the correct sponsorship is carried.
An enquiry was held into the running and riding of ALFRED HUTCHINSON, ridden by Adam Kirby and trained by David O’Meara, which broke well from stalls and was settled towards the rear of the field before being asked for a minimal effort in the home straight to finish tenth, beaten by 4 lengths. The rider stated that ALFRED HUTCHINSON is a hold up horse who makes his run late. He added that he was unable to make his run approximately 2 furlongs out as there were horses in front of him and also to his outside, meaning he was unable to switch out. Approaching the final furlong, a gap opened in front allowing him to push the gelding for several strides, but the gap then closed and he was denied a clear run thereafter, which he reported at Scale. His explanation was noted.
Following the race, Charles Bishop reported that SILENT ECHO, unplaced, was denied a clear run, and Eoin Walsh reported that POUR LA VICTOIRE (IRE), unplaced, was also denied a clear run.
Race 6 - 5:00pm THE BETWAY CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) Following the race, Edward Greatrex reported that THREEDIAMONDRINGS, placed seventh, was slowly away. View Stewards report Wolverhampton, 23 Feb 18 Race 1 - 5:45pm THE BETWAY CASINO APPRENTICE HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 7) Rounding the home bend, RAPID RISE (IRE), placed third, ducked quickly left-handed, causing SNOW EXCUSE, unplaced, to be short of room, but after viewing a recording of the incident, it was found that no riding offence was involved and that it had not improved the placing of RAPID RISE (IRE).
Race 2 - 6:15pm THE BETWAY LIVE CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) CLAYTON HALL (IRE), trained by John Wainwright, ran at Southwell the previous day. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination of the gelding deemed it fit to race.
Following the race, Callum Rodriguez reported that GABRIAL THE TERROR (IRE), placed seventh, was slowly away and James Sullivan reported that CLAYTON HALL (IRE), unplaced, was denied a clear run 1½ furlongs out.
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 18:43:10 GMT
Apprentice Keelan Baker remains in hospital after suffering complications following a fall at Wolverhampton on Tuesday evening.
While Baker initially appeared to have escaped serious injury when he was unseated from Let Me In in the Betway Live Casino Handicap, he is still being treated after requiring surgery on Wednesday.
A statement from the Injured Jockeys Fund said: "Following his fall at Wolverhampton on Tuesday, February 20, apprentice jockey Keelan Baker was taken to the New Cross Hospital in Wolverhampton with a suspected broken femur.
"Although X-rays revealed that the leg was not broken, subsequent complications arose on Wednesday which caused his leg to swell and him needing a surgical procedure called a fasciotomy to release the pressure. He remains in hospital for ongoing treatment.
" Keelan wishes to thank Wolverhampton Racecourse for their swift action and continuing support to his family, the BHA staff for their equally brilliant support to his family, and his fellow jockeys for their kind comments and messages."
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 18:44:11 GMT
A six-race card at Wolverhampton provides part of the evening fare with the action starting at 5.45 and drawing to a close with the 8.15. Here are three horses to keep an eye on...
Spare Parts 7.15 Wolverhampton
One of the, if not the, stars of the all-weather this winter, securing five wins from eight starts since joining Phil McEntee. He bids for win number six under Luke Morris tonight as regular rider Nicola Currie is suspended. A good second at Chelmsford last time, the four-year-old – a 2,000gns purchase for his new connections – could be in line for a race in the US if things go well.
11/2 Spare Parts 7:15 Wolverhampton (AW) Rebel Sky 7.45 Wolverhampton
An outsider on paper, but possibly with more to come after just four starts – and only one of those since August 2016. The real story, however, would be victory for jockey Gina Mangan, without one for 3,183 days. Mangan made headlines last summer when engaged to ride no-hoper Diore Lia in the Investec Derby, only for the BHA to step in and scupper that, saying the apprentice was too inexperienced to take part.
33/1 Rebel Sky 7:45 Wolverhampton (AW) Mutabaahy 8.15 Wolverhampton
By Oasis Dream out of a Royal Ascot winner, the three-year-old may have given owner-breeder Hamdan Al Maktoum and trainer Ed Dunlop hope of more than hitting the frame once in four starts for them, but he makes his debut for Antony Brittain tonight having been gelded. Put in at 12-1 overnight, he is now around a 7-1 shot.
13/2 Mutabaahy 8:15 Wolverhampton (AW) Members can read the latest exclusive interviews, news analysis and comment available from 6pm daily on racingpost.com
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 18:48:12 GMT
Sky Bet are offering FIVE places on each-way bets in the feature handicap at Kempton on Saturday.
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 18:50:21 GMT
Acting Lass 7-2 Betdaq Handicap Chase, 3.35 Kempton
Lightly raced 7yo who is three from three over fences, last time jumping much better as the race progressed and winning with something in hand at Ascot (2m5f); first two were clear then and 6lb rise is very fair; has given the strong impression that 3m will suit and leading claims, all the more so if he can warm to his task a bit sooner than last time.
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 18:51:56 GMT
Island Brave 3-1 4.25 Lingfield, Saturday
Was forced to lead three furlongs out on his penultimate start before just being run down over 2m and the drop back in trip seemed to work in his favour last time out when he ran out a comfortable eight-length winner. He showed a really good turn of foot that day to clear away from his rivals and a 10lb rise looks fair. His improvement hasn't stopped yet and he can go in again.
Master The World 10-1 3.15 Lingfield, Saturday Winning course-and-distance form is always a big plus going into the Winter Derby and while Master The World was a bit below par at the track last time out, he showed these conditions hold no fears for him when landing a Listed event over the trip here in November. The bare form of that success puts him right in the mix and he looks overpriced due to his latest disappointment.
American Tom SP 3.45 Naas, Sunday
This seven-year-old has a bit to find on ratings, but he's lightly-raced and after two runs this season, Willie Mullins appears to have a handle on him. He finished wearily on his first start when beaten by Ball D'Arc over course and distance, and last time out ran well for a long way when 9 lengths behind A Toi Phil at Thurles. He jumped left for a lot of the race, though, and didn't convince over the 2m4f trip, so the drop to 2m on a left-handed track gives him his optimum conditions.
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 18:52:59 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 18:53:57 GMT
All-weather expert Jamie Maynard previews the pick of the action at Wolverhampton tonight and fancies a stable-switcher in the finale.
Jamie Maynard's recommended bets
7.15 Wolverhampton
The feature race this evening over the seven-furlong trip looks a very open contest with them all bringing winning form to the table.
Although Nick Vedder has only the one victory to his name he has been placed numerous times and the addition of first-time cheekpieces could find that little bit extra for him to get his head back in front. Murdanova would hold strong claims if able to handle the step up in class from a 5lb higher mark as he brings solid course form to the table and grade dropper Fast Track tackles this trip for the first time having previously run over shorter and is 5lb below his highest winning mark.
However, it’s the talking horse of this winter’s all-weather season, SPARE PARTS, who I’m expecting to land this and gain a sixth win of the calendar year. Phil McEntree has certainly worked wonders with this gelding since his arrival to the yard before the turn of the year and in nine runs he’s won five and been placed the other four.
At one stage I thought the handicapper had finally caught up with the four-year old but if anything he’s run his two best races most recently, first when winning over course and distance before going down by a length-and-three-quarters back at Chelmsford eight days ago.
The handicapper has eased him a couple of pounds and although still 4lb above his latest win, I can still see further improvement to come with the horse two-from-two over track and trip. At odds in the region of 5/1, Luke Morris can steer this four-year old to victory having taken over the reins with usual pilot Nicola Currie banned.
8.15 Wolverhampton
A fairly modest end to proceedings with only the one winner in a field of seven - a victory which came on the turf, leaving question marks surrounding them all on synthetics.
That winner, Brockey Rise, has been very underwhelming since tackling all-weather surfaces and those five defeats all came after a gelding operation. He’s dropped to a more manageable mark on the back of a better second here last time out but it’s hard to fancy him for this.
Daze Out will be a popular selection on handicap debut after showing signs of promise on her latest start when fourth but Iain Jardine’s SUPER FLORENCE makes more appeal after her neck defeat at Newcastle on her last start for Eve Johnson Houghton back in October.
She’s been raised 4lb in the ratings but is open to much more improvement now starting out for this new yard and she’s shown more in her four handicap starts than the others. I’m sure Jardine would have this filly fit and raring to go after a 132-day absence and the booking of Luke Morris is significant as the pair have only teamed up eight times previously, with two victories coming from those outings.
There's been some morning support which is again encouraging so this daughter of Zebedee looks the the one to be on here.
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 23, 2018 19:00:23 GMT
Kempton 13:50 – Cyrname
Cyrname caught the eye when beating Shantou Rock over the festive period, before being marginally edged out by Terrefort at Sandown. Terrefort has since been installed as short as 10/1 for the JLT. Paul Nicholls six year-old is one to watch as we edge closer to Cheltenham, Cyrname is currently 25/1 for the JLT, keep an eye on that market over the weekend.
Kempton 14:25 – Redicean
Since moving to Alan King’s yard, Redicean has won convincingly on two occasions. Last time out, Kapdad finished third, who has since gone on to run impressively at Fontwell. Redicean should have too much for this field, and the 10/1 odds available for the Triumph Hurdle won’t be available too long after Saturday.
Kempton 15:00 – Destrier
Dan Skelton’s Destrier is unbeaten in two starts over hurdles at Leicester and Wetherby, and looks prime for an entry into Cheltenham’s opener. He’s a 50/1 shot for the Supreme Novices Hurdle, however an impressive run this weekend could see those odds come crashing down. Another in this race whose attention might turn to the Festival is Humphrey Bodart, Nicky Henderson’s new 5 year-old will go over hurdles for the first time, a big win could see a late Cheltenham entry.
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Post by dennisg on Feb 24, 2018 9:01:50 GMT
in today's sporting life..................... Richard Mann has an each-way fancy for the Betdaq Chase at Kempton on Saturday - a race for which Sky Bet are offering five places instead of three. Harry Fry seems set to saddle the favourite with the progressive Acting Lass topping Sky Bet's market, although he must concede weight to progressive sorts like Master Dee and Tintern Theatre. Richard, however, is heading to a well-treated older rival while Ben Coley also moonlights on the racing desk with his idea of the best each-way bet. Richard Mann - Theatre Guide Theatre Guide has been a fine servant to the Colin Tizzard stable over the years and is a big price to continue his love affair with Kempton's Betdaq Handicap Chase at 3.35. While the 11-year-old is clearly entering the twilight of his career, his fine third at Wincanton as recently as November confirms the candle still burns bright and he must be forgiven a below-par effort last time when the yard wasn't in the best of form. With Tizzard's horses now back in rude health, Theatre Guide makes plenty of each-way appeal at 16/1 given he ran out a terrific winner of this race in 2016 and finished third off a 1lb higher mark 12 months ago. The market is headed by Acting Lass, unbeaten in three starts over fences and a horse of considerable untapped potential. He will need to jump better than he did at Ascot but trainer Harry Fry looks to be bringing him along beautifully and the step up to three miles should prove ideal. Master Dee is proving a model of consistency and certainly deserves to land a decent pot having again missed out when finishing second in a competitive contest at Aintree last time. Sky Bet are paying extra places at Kempton Ben Coley - As De Mee Absent colleague Matt Brocklebank will presumably be keen to see a decent run from Grand National fancy As De Mee on Saturday, and he looks an interesting bet in a wide-open renewal of the Betdaq Chase. Paul Nicholls' horse has the National as his target and could be ring-rusty off a 77-day break here, but he's run well every time he's returned from his summer holiday and a winter tucked away in his box may prompt a similar upturn in fortune. He is 5lb better off with the much shorter-priced Go Conquer for a two-length beating in October, while his subsequent demolition of Wakanda at Kelso reads better now thanks to that rival's recent Sky Bet Chase success. Since then, he's only run twice - once behind Might Bite when sent off 4/1, and then when unseating over the National fences at Aintree. Freshened up, there's every hope he can return at his best and a mark of 149 is by no means beyond him. The market suggests otherwise and perhaps places too much stock in the idea that all roads lead to Aintree. It's surely significant that connections waited for the weights, so to speak, and he is entitled to run well in a race which - with pace everywhere - could be run to suit.
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 24, 2018 9:02:56 GMT
Saturday: going, weather & non-runners Chepstow GOING: SOFT (Rail movements; R1, 3, 5, 6 & 7 +47yds, R2 & 4 +77yds) WEATHER: Sunny Fairyhouse GOING: SOFT TO HEAVY (Soft in places) WEATHER: Partly cloudy Kempton GOING: GOOD TO SOFT (Good in places; GoingStick: Hdl 6.3, Chs 6.4) WEATHER: Sunny Lingfield (AW) GOING: POLYTRACK: STANDARD WEATHER: Sunny STALLS: 5f & 1m - Outside; Remainder - Inside NON RUNNERS: 1:30 Possibly So (8) 5:00 Moneyoryourlife (7) Newcastle GOING: Jumps course - HEAVY (Soft in places) (GoingStick 4.6); All-Weather course - TAPETA: SLOW (Rail movements; R2 +10yds, R3 +30yds, R4, 5, 6 & 7 +20yds) WEATHER: Sunny NON RUNNERS: 1:35 Strathy (9) 3:55 Master Of Irony (2) Wolverhampton (AW) GOING: TAPETA: STANDARD WEATHER: Sunny STALLS: 7f - Outside; Remainder - Inside
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Post by dennisg on Feb 24, 2018 9:03:20 GMT
Ben Linfoot seeks out the best Value Bets in the Betdaq Handicap Chase at Kempton and the Betfred Eider Chase at Newcastle on Saturday. Recommended Bets: Value Bet February 23 The ‘Beast from the East’ looks set to decimate the racing programme over the next week and more but not before Kempton host what is now the Betdaq Handicap Chase on Saturday, a traditionally strong race won by Pendil, Desert Orchid, Rough Quest, Gloria Victis and Nacarat in years gone by. If there’s an absolute top-notcher that might one day rank alongside that lot in this year’s field it’s likely to be Acting Lass for Harry Fry, as his improvement shows no sign of stopping just yet. Unbeaten over fences from three goes, he’s shot up from a mark of 135 to one of 149 this season and looked to be merely idling when Kilcrea Vale closed the gap on him at Ascot last time. Fry won this race five years ago with Opening Batsman and this horse could well win him the trophy for a second time, but 7/2 looks short enough in what looks a competitive renewal. It is a slight concern that Acting Lass has never taken on more than five rivals in any of those chases, while the Fry stable are 0/15 in February too, which also tempers enthusiasm about his chance. Of the others Theatre Guide always runs well in this race and has to come into calculations, while Ballykan has run respectably in this contest twice before off higher marks than the one he runs off on Saturday. They’re respected at around 16/1, but at a similar price I like the chances of ART MAURESQUE and at 12/1 (General) he’s worth backing for Paul Nicholls. The key to this horse is faster ground and with conditions predicted to be riding ‘Good, Good to Soft in places’ come Saturday afternoon he’s going to have an advantage over those rivals that like to get their toe in. Not only will he have conditions in his favour but he has the freshest legs, too, having run just twice this season and the first of those runs saw him depart at the first fence. He is, usually, a good jumper and he put in some flying leaps at this track last time when second to subsequent Grade One winner Waiting Patiently. That horse is the real deal and, even though Art Mauresque was beaten eight lengths, it looks the strongest recent form on offer in this. It was the first time he’s been beaten at Kempton in three goes so he obviously likes it around here, possibly because of his preference for better ground, and the likely strong pace in the line-up (Loose Chips, Monbeg Charmer, Go Conquer and Josses Hill all like to lead) looks set to play to his strengths. The one question mark is the trip, but the way he’s won over two-and-a-half-miles in the past bodes well and his stamina is worth the risk at 14s with plenty else in his favour. I also think it’s worth taking a chance on LABEL DES OBEAUX at 22/1 (Sky Bet, William Hill) for Alan King and Wayne Hutchinson. This horse is versatile regarding ground conditions but his best form came at Ayr last spring when he won a novice handicap chase on good ground over three miles off a mark of 148. He’s only 1lb higher than that now after dropping 5lb this season and he ran okay in the Sky Bet Chase at Doncaster last time when he stayed on for sixth as the five in front of him fought out a close finish. That was a step in the right direction and off his new mark on better conditions he looks more dangerous than his odds would imply. Usually held up, the predicted decent gallop should help him work his way into things and King’s stable are in really good form following six winners in the last few weeks at 20 per cent. Talking of stables in good form, Henry Daly’s yard are flying at present and that boosts confidence ahead of a punt on BACK TO THE THATCH (9/1 bet365, Sky Bet, Stan James) in the Betfred Eider Handicap Chase at Newcastle (2.45). Daly has had 12 winners in January and February at a 34 per cent strike-rate and Back To The Thatch was one of those when he sluiced up at Chepstow last month. A mistake at the second last couldn’t stop him as he won easily by 11 lengths, with another 10 lengths back to the third, Paddy The Oscar, a wonderful 15-year-old who franked the form with a win over the same course and distance on his next start. Back To The Thatch has gone up 9lb for that win but he looks highly progressive, he glides through heavy ground and stamina looks his forte. He’s never run beyond three miles before, but he shapes as though it won’t be a problem and he is a distant relative to Grand National winner Papillon on his dam’s side. The extra distance could well unlock further improvement and, along with Vinnie Lewis, he looks to be one of the few horses in the field that looks seriously on the upgrade. Experience can count for plenty in this sort of contest and that is one area where he is lacking; some of his rivals in this are twice his age and more. However, I loved how he bolted up last time in similar conditions. With the form boosted and the champion jockey on board, I’m swayed by his potential against his rivals' experience in this instance. Posted at 1700 GMT on 23/02/18. Ben Linfoot's Value Bet aim: The Value Bet is designed to generate long-term profit by searching for overpriced horses in the feature weekend races and at the big Festivals in the UK. Running total: +356.89pts to advised stakes/prices (from inception of Value Bet column in January 2010 to current).
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 24, 2018 9:03:40 GMT
BANKER
Mont Des Avaloirs (3.00 Kempton)
Paul Nicholls has won the Dovecote twice since 2010 and Mont Des Avaloirs, likely to go off favourite, should provide him with a third since the turn of the decade. The five-year-old gelding proved himself to be a useful novice on his first hurdling start when bounding clear of ten rivals – including the subsequent Grade 2-winning Kilbricken Storm – before falling at the last and throwing the race away. Since then, he's comfortably landed a three-runner novice hurdle and finished third in the Grade 1 Tolworth, which is strong form. The first-time hood should further increase his chance.
15/8 Mont Des Avaloirs 3:00 Kempton EYECATCHER
Derek Duval (8.15 Wolverhampton)
It's been a profitable angle to follow horses on their second start since wind surgery and Stuart Williams' four-year-old, who takes a significant drop in class to contest this 0-70, can enhance that record. Back to his last winning mark, Derek Duval, who has obviously always had trouble with his wind given he has been tongue-tied on every start, ran incredibly well on his first start back from a break at Kempton earlier this month when a close-up third and looked unlucky not to get closer. He found trouble in running that day against much better opposition. Despite a tricky draw, he just looks the best of these and should win comfortably.
6/4 Derek Duval 8:15 Wolverhampton (AW) GOOD THING
Acdc (4.30 Newcastle)
Lightly raced for an eight-year-old, Chris Grant's Acdc, who has won three of 13 career starts, looks extremely well handicapped with his chase mark left alone despite winning last time out and should follow up under Richard Johnson. Despite not jumping very well that day and being significantly wrong at the weights with the odds-on favourite, he won with a bit more than the half-length margin suggests and has got away with what could've been a significant rise. He looked unlucky not to win when failing to stay 3m on his penultimate start and he'll relish today's conditions.
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 24, 2018 9:04:26 GMT
Lambourn: James Burn
Josses Hill (3.35 Kempton, nap)
Interesting move to pitch this classy sort into handicap company, and track and ground should suit, while he is unexposed at 3m.
12/1 Josses Hill 3:35 Kempton Others to follow Chepstow: 2.30 Flintham, 3.05 Zeroeshadesofgrey, 3.40 Book Of Gold, 5.20 Pemberley. Kempton: 1.15 Monbeg Legend, 1.50 The Unit, 2.25 Redicean, 3.00 Scarlet Dragon, 4.10 Enjoy Responsibly, 4.45 Pym. Lingfield: 1.30 Mandalayan, 2.05 Karjini, 3.15 Khalidi, 3.50 Chevallier, 4.25 William Hunter. Newcastle: 2.45 Vinnie Lewis. Wolverhampton: 6.45 Lady Persephone, 8.45 De Little Engine.
West Country: Andrew King
Art Mauresque (3.35 Kempton, nap)
The drying ground is in his favour as he steps up to 3m at a course where he has a very good record.
9/1 Art Mauresque 3:35 Kempton Others to follow Kempton: 1.15 Kings Walk, 1.50 Cyrname, 2.25 Malaya, 3.00 Mont Des Avaloirs, 4.45 Danny Kirwan. Chepstow: 1.55 Mount Rushmore, 2.30 Rolling Dylan, 3.05 Moabit, 3.40 Coeur Blimey, 4.15 Overtown Express, 5.20 Kauto The King.
North: Colin Russell
Lady Buttons (2.10 Newcastle, nap)
Has run two creditable races over hurdles since winning a strong event at Bangor on her only previous run over fences. Has plenty in her favour.
10/11 Lady Buttons 2:10 Newcastle Others to follow Chepstow: 4.50 Jaunty Thor. Lingfield: 2.05 Orvar, 2.40 Meerpat, 3.15 Gabrial, 3.50 Storm King, 4.25 Royal Reserve. Newcastle: 1.35 Simply Mani, 2,45 Hainan, 3.20 Raised On Grazeon, 3.55 Reverant Cust, 4.30 Clan Legend, 5.05 Uncle Alastair. Wolverhampton: 5.45 Prazeres, 6.15 The Amber Fort, 7.15 Branscombe, 7.45 Travelcard, 8.15 Grey Destiny, 8.45 Fikhaar, 9.15 Harbour Patrol.
Newmarket: David Milnes
Utmost (3.15 Lingfield, nap)
Fancied to supplement his recent win in the Listed trial for this race and is well drawn in stall two. Looked in good shape when limbering up for this on the Al Bahathri on Wednesday.
5/1 Utmost 3:15 Lingfield (AW) Others to follow Lingfield: 1.30 Bobby K, 2.05 Encore d'Or, 2.40 Grandfather Tom, 3.50 Mutawathea, 4.25 Ay Ay, 5.00 The Third Man. Wolverhampton: 7.45 Battle Lines, 8.15 Derek Duval, 8.45 How's Lucy, 9.15 Mossy's Lodge.
Racing Post Ratings: Steve Mason
Densfirth (5.20 Chepstow, nap)
The form of his Exeter debut fourth reads well and this looks a good opportunity for him to get off the mark.
9/4 Densfirth 5:20 Chepstow Topspeed: Dave Edwards
Island Brave (4.25 Lingfield)
Has made giant strides since changing stables in October and can make it four from six for his new handler.
3/1 Island Brave 4:25 Lingfield (AW) Longshot: Ed Quigley
Josses Hill (3.35 Kempton)
Has some good form at the track and can go well back over 3m in handicap company off 150 with drying ground to suit.
12/1 Josses Hill 3:35 Kempton Ireland: Tony O'Hehir
Out Of The Loop (2.55 Fairyhouse)
A winner over the course and distance in December, Mark Walsh's mount can cope with a 9lb rise in the ratings and get Padraig Roche off the mark as a trainer.
10/3 Out Of The Loop 2:55 Fairyhouse The Raceform Interactive nugget
Harry Bannister has a perfect 2/2 record in chases at Newcastle and he's 6/19 (32%) when riding over fences for Harry Whittington. He rides Vinnie Lewis in the Eider Chase at 2.45.
5/1 Vinnie Lewis 2:45 Newcastle Members can read the latest exclusive tipping content such as Pricewise and Paul Kealy from 8pm daily on racingpost.com
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Post by dennisg on Feb 24, 2018 9:04:58 GMT
Our columnist Darly Jacob reflects on Top Notch’s run at Ascot last weekend while looking ahead to a trio of rides at Kempton Park on Saturday. I’ve got to sweat down to 10-7 to ride Ballykan in the Betdaq Handicap Chase at Kempton on Saturday and that’s about as low as I can go these days. It means a morning in the gym and the sauna but hopefully it’ll be worth it as he’s just running into some form. Indeed, last time he ran into a good horse in the ill-fated Fountains Windfall and it was yet another example of how he raises his game at Kempton. Fourth in this race two years ago and then fifth last year, he’s better handicapped now off 133 than he was on his last two goes and the drying ground will help him as well - that’s the absolute key to this horse. 14 Ballykanp,t42 810-7OR: 133D 12/1 Form: 4-P3042T: N A Twiston-DaviesJ: D A Jacob Last run Live betting powered by He’s done well at home since his last run and, while he’ll have to improve from that again to get in the mix here, he can do that. I’d say he has a good each-way chance in a competitive renewal. Ballykan is set to go well in a competitive race Earlier on the card I ride Beau Gosse for Guillaume Macaire in the Betdaq #changingforthebettor Adonis Juvenile Hurdle and I’m really looking forward to it. He has some good from in France having won three times and this fits into his schedule nicely as he’ll have some big targets coming up at Auteuil in the spring. I spent some time at Macaire’s last summer so I nice this fellow well. I’ve sat on him a few times and he’s a lovely horse, good-looking, and it looks like there might be plenty of pace in this race which would suit him as well. 1 Beau Gosset1111 411-3OR: - 4/1 Form: 1211F8T: G MacaireJ: D A Jacob Live betting powered by In the Sky Bet Dovecote Novices’ Hurdle I ride Global Citizen for Ben Pauling having won on him at Southwell earlier in the month. He won very nicely that day, but I’m not sure what the form is worth. He does things nicely at home, though, so while he’ll have to step up on the bare form we think he’s got some improvement in him. On Sunday I go to Southwell for one ride, but it’s one I’m looking forward to as Hero’s Creek works very nicely at home for Ben. He makes his debut in the grandnational.fans Standard Open National Hunt Flat Race and I’m hoping the ground dries up a bit as I think that will be better for him. He has come back from a little bit of an injury, but he’s fine now and we really like him. He has plenty of potential so it’s exciting to see what he can do on the track finally. Hopefully this weekend can be a bit better than last where I had no winners. That was disappointing, but on reflection I though Top Notch ran perfectly well in a hot renewal of the Betfair Ascot Chase. They went really quick and I think they just caught him on the hop after two months off on ground that was a bit dead. After his mini break the ground and the pace just found him out, but I’m sure he’ll be much better at Cheltenham. Nicky Henderson will fine-tune him for the Ryanair Chase now, so hopefully he’ll go there in the same form he was when winning impressively at Ascot earlier in the season.
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 24, 2018 9:05:01 GMT
Michael Scudamore has a 50 per cent strike-rate when sending his horses to Newcastle and has just the one runner there today, course-and-distance winner Cadeyrn in the 5.05. Champion jockey Richard Johnson, who himself has a very good record at the venue, takes the ride.
When Tom Marquand rides for Nick Littmoden at Lingfield it’s worth taking note, they have a 43 per cent strike-rate when combining at the venue. They do so once more with Fearsome (4.25), who is going for a hat-trick of wins over course and distance for today’s jockey.
Alan King has a 26 per cent strike-rate with new recruits making their debuts for the yard. That’s the case for the classy Flat performer Scarlet Dragon, who runs in the 3.00 at Kempton. This gelding is having his first run since a wind operation and makes his debut over hurdles here.
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 24, 2018 9:06:02 GMT
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 24, 2018 9:06:31 GMT
Kempton
Robin Goodfellow
1.15 Master Dancer
1.50 Cyrname
2.25 Beau Gosse
3.00 Michael’s Mount
3.35 Master Dee
4.10 Kayf Blanco
4.45 Pym
Gimcrack
1.15 Monbeg Legend
1.50 Cyrname
2.25 Redicean
3.00 Destrier
3.35 As De Mee (nap)
4.10 No Ceiling
4.45 Pym
Lingfield
Robin Goodfellow
1.30 Sociologist
2.05 Orvar
2.40 Meerpat
3.15 Utmost
3.50 Goring
4.25 Island Brave (nap)
5.00 Ban Shoof
Gimcrack
1.30 Ghost Serge
2.05 Orvar
2.40 Meerpat
3.15 Utmost (nb)
3.50 Chevallier
4.25 Ay Ay
5.00 Ban Shoof
Newcastle
Robin Goodfellow
1.35 On The Rox
2.10 Lady Buttons
2.45 Hainan
3.20 Raised On Grazeon
3.55 Cool Mix
4.30 Clan Legend
5.05 Cadeyrn
Gimcrack
1.35 Chateau Marmont
2.10 Lady Buttons
2.45 Vinnie Lewis
3.20 Off The Hook
3.55 Master Of Irony
4.30 Acdc
5.05 Planet Nine
Chepstow
Robin Goodfellow
1.55 Mount Rushmoore
2.30 Flintham
3.05 Eddiemaurice
3.40 This Is It
4.15 Rock On Rocky
4.50 Finnegan’s Garden
5.20 Densfirth (nb)
Gimcrack
1.55 Champagne Champ
2.30 Flintham
3.05 Super Sid
3.40 Ptit Zig
4.15 Savello
4.50 Little Jimmy
5.20 Pemberley
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Post by dennisg on Feb 24, 2018 9:07:01 GMT
After three winners from four last week, ITV Racing presenter Oli Bell is hoping to land a knockout blow with his Saturday Yankee. I may be swapping the parade ring for the boxing ring this weekend, but that has not stopped me casting my eye over an impressive afternoon of racing action. Instead of being at Kempton Park, I’m presenting ITV Box Office’s coverage of the World Super Series super middleweight clash between Nieky Holzken and Callum Smith, with the winner to face George Groves in the tournament final provided his shoulder is okay. Hopefully my Yankee for tomorrow can pack an equally impressive punch as the evening action and after finding three winners last week, here are my selections as I aim to go one better tomorrow and land the knockout blow... 2.25 Kempton I can’t really believe the price of Redicean, even at odds on. This is a horse that has looked really impressive on his first few starts to date and is probably the biggest danger to Apple’s Shakira in the Triumph Hurdle at next month’s Cheltenham Festival. I know he will go off at a short price on Saturday, but he’s a very talented horse. You could argue he’s reliant on soft ground, but his form on the Flat is good with a win at Redcar and a third at Ripon on good to firm. With targets down the line, Redicean will prove a versatile type and he’s the sort of animal that Alan King does well with – a talented juvenile hurdler from the Flat who could be a Triumph Hurdle contender. I think he’ll win the Adonis. 2 Redicean42 411-1OR: -CD 8/11 Form: 11T: A KingJ: Wayne Hutchinson Last run Live betting powered by 3.00 Kempton Reports are that Humphrey Bogart has been working very well at Seven Barrows. This is a horse that showed ability on the Flat, finishing fifth in the 2016 Epsom Derby, and it’s not very often that you see talent of that calibre lining up over hurdles. I know it could be dangerous to go off whispers and yard talk, but Nicky Henderson is not a fool and the fact he’s running the five-year-old at this level straight up suggests he’s doing the right things at home. 4 Humphrey Bogarth1560 511-2OR: - 9/1 Form: T: N J HendersonJ: Nico de Boinville Last run Live betting powered by 3.15 Lingfield I’m going with Aidan O’Brien’s Clear Skies, who has been winning at Dundalk of late. It’s interesting that the trainer has got a runner in this race and although Ryan Moore has an obligation to ride for Aidan, the fact he’s back from Japan to ride may be indicative of the mare’s chances. 10 1 Clear Skies29 58-11OR: 96 2/1 Form: 11113-1T: A P O'BrienJ: R L Moore Live betting powered by 3.35 Kempton Tintern Theatre has a question mark over jumping, having fallen or unseated his rider on three of the last five occasions. But if he puts it together I think he’s a very talented horse and at the price I’m willing to take a risk on him. Nigel Twiston-Davies' seven-year-old is well-handicapped, he’s got good form when he stays up and in what’s a competitive race he will take a bit of beating. 11 Tintern Theatre35 710-12OR: 138CD 15/2 Form: 2F4U1UT: N A Twiston-DaviesJ: Sam Twiston-Davies Last run Live betting powered by The Opening Show is on ITV4 at 9.30am on Saturday, with seven live races from Kempton, Lingfield and Newcastle on the same channel from 1.30pm
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Post by Kimmy on Feb 24, 2018 17:48:21 GMT
Chepstow, 24 Feb 18 Fixture Note The fourth fence in the back straight and the second hurdle in the home straight were omitted due to ground conditions. Race 1 - 1:55pm THE PERTEMPS MPS NETWORK MAIDEN HURDLE RACE (CLASS 4) Following the race the Veterinary Officer reported that BALLYMAGROARTY BOY (IRE), unplaced, lost its right fore shoe.
Race 4 - 3:40pm THE PERTEMPS OPPORTUNITIES AROUND THE CORNER HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) (SERIES QUALIFIER) Following the race Stan Sheppard reported that PTIT ZIG (FR), which was pulled up, was never travelling.
Race 7 - 5:20pm THE PERTEMPS EDUCATION MAIDEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) (CONDITIONAL JOCKEYS' AND AMATEUR RIDERS' RACE ) Following the race Bryony Frost reported that DENSFIRTH (IRE), unplaced, ran too freely and hung left-handed. View Stewards report Kempton Park, 24 Feb 18 Race 1 - 1:15pm THE BACK OR LAY ON BETDAQ HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) The performance of MONBEG LEGEND which started favourite and finished unplaced, was considered. Nicky Henderson could offer no explanation for the gelding's performance. Subsequently, the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 2 - 1:50pm THE BETDAQ NOW 2% COMMISSION PENDIL NOVICES' STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) Following the race, Harry Skelton reported that PETROU (IRE), placed fourth, was outpaced throughout.
Race 3 - 2:25pm THE BETDAQ £CHANGINGFORTHEBETTOR ADONIS JUVENILE HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) Following the race, Sean Bowen reported that BID ADIEU (IRE), which was pulled up, ran too free.
Race 4 - 3:00pm THE SKY BET DOVECOTE NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 1) (Grade 2) Following the race, Sean Bowen reported that MONT DES AVALOIRS (FR), placed fourth, jumped poorly.
Race 5 - 3:35pm THE BETDAQ HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 1) (Grade 3) Permission was given for MONBEG CHARMER (IRE) to go early to post and to be mounted on the chute.
Following the race, Nico de Boinville reported that JOSSES HILL (IRE), which was pulled up, did not face the blinkers on this occasion, Sam Twiston-Davies reported that TINTERN THEATRE (IRE), unplaced, jumped poorly and Jonathan Burke reported that MONBEG CHARMER (IRE), which was pulled up, stopped quickly. Harry Fry reported that ACTING LASS (IRE), unplaced, was unsuited by the Good, Good to Soft in places ground on this occasion, and would prefer a slower surface.
Race 6 - 4:10pm THE BETDAQ 2% COMMISSION EXCHANGE HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) Following the race, Tom O'Brien reported that NO CEILING (IRE), which was pulled up, ran too free. View Stewards report Lingfield Park, 24 Feb 18 Race 1 - 1:30pm THE 32Red CASINO NOVICE STAKES (CLASS 5) The Starter reported that ATOMIC JACK had been reluctant to load. The representative of George Baker and the Starter were interviewed. Baker’s representative was informed that any future similar behaviour from the gelding may result in ATOMIC JACK being reported to the Head Office of the British Horseracing Authority.
Just inside the final furlong, SOCIOLOGIST (FR), unplaced, edged left-handed leaving GHOST SERGE (IRE), unplaced, short of room, but after viewing a recording of the incident it was found that no riding offence was involved.
Following the race, Edward Greatrex reported that GHOST SERGE (IRE), which started favourite and finished unplaced, hung badly left-handed, and the Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing, failed to reveal any abnormalities. Tom Marquand reported that GIVEN NAME, unplaced, was never travelling.
Race 2 - 2:05pm THE BETWAY HEVER SPRINT STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) Permission was given for BOOM THE GROOM (IRE) to go early to post and be mounted in the chute, and for BROTHER TIGER to go early to post.
Following the race, Sean Levey reported that ROYAL BIRTH, placed fifth, hung right-handed around the bend, and Edward Greatrex reported that KARIJINI (GER), unplaced, hung left-handed under pressure.
Race 4 - 3:15pm THE BETWAY WINTER DERBY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) (All-Weather Championships Fast-Track Qualifier) An enquiry was held to consider the placings in this race after interference on the run to the line when the winner, MR OWEN (USA), ridden by Jamie Spencer, interfered with MASTER THE WORLD (IRE), placed second, ridden by Sean Levey. The Stewards considered that the interference had improved MR OWEN (USA)’s placing, as MASTER THE WORLD (IRE) lost significant momentum when taken off its intended line after MR OWEN (USA) hung quickly right-handed, following which MASTER THE WORLD (IRE) rallied and was beaten by only a diminishing head behind MR OWEN (USA). The placings were revised as follows: MASTER THE WORLD (IRE), first, MR OWEN (USA), second. The interference was found to be accidental as MR OWEN (USA) had hung quickly right-handed before being corrected by Spencer.
An enquiry was held to consider interference inside the final furlong, when GABRIAL (IRE), unplaced, ridden by Paul Hanagan, interfered with CLEAR SKIES, unplaced, ridden by Ryan Moore. The interference was found to be accidental as GABRIAL (IRE) had shifted left-handed despite the rider’s best efforts, causing CLEAR SKIES to be left short of room and checked by Moore.
The performance of CLEAR SKIES which started favourite and finished tenth of 10, was considered. The representative of Aidan O'Brien reported that the filly was unsuited by the downhill section of the track, running into a tight bend.
Following the race, Richard Kingscote reported that AUTOCRATIC, unplaced, was denied a clear run on more than one occasion, and Adam Kirby reported that KHALIDI, unplaced, was also denied a clear run.
Race 5 - 3:50pm THE PLAY STARBURST SLOT AT sunbets.co.uk/vegas HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 2) CHEVALLIER, drawn 3, anticipated the start and accelerated the gate at the same moment as the race had been started, causing the gelding to hit its head on exit and be slowly away. Being satisfied that it was not caused through a faulty action of the starting stalls, no further action was taken. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Following the race, Paul Hanagan reported that STORM KING, unplaced, hung right-handed.
Race 6 - 4:25pm THE BETWAY CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 3) Permission was given for THAQAFFA (IRE) to go early to post.
Race 7 - 5:00pm THE BETWAY LIVE CASINO HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 5) Following the race, Callum Shepherd reported that NARJES, placed eighth, ran too free, and Josephine Gordon reported that MULLARKY, which started favourite and finished fifth, was denied a clear run; the gelding was routine tested. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of PIVOTAL FLAME (IRE), unplaced, during routine testing, revealed it to have been struck into on its right-hind. View Stewards report Newcastle, 24 Feb 18 Race 1 - 1:35pm THE BETFRED TV (AW) STANDARD OPEN NATIONAL HUNT FLAT RACE (CLASS 5) Following the race, Jamie Hamilton reported that he pulled up INTHEDEAL, as his saddle had slipped forward.
Race 3 - 2:45pm THE BETFRED EIDER HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 2) Following the race, Harry Bannister reported that VINNIE LEWIS (IRE), which was pulled up, was never travelling and did not jump fluently. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 5 - 3:55pm THE BETFRED LIKE US ON FACEBOOK HANDICAP HURDLE RACE (CLASS 2) Following the race, Callum Bewley reported that MIRSAALE, unplaced, was never travelling. The Veterinary Officer reported that a post-race examination of the gelding during routine testing failed to reveal any abnormalities.
Race 6 - 4:30pm THE BETFRED 'THE HOME OF GOALS GALORE' HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE (CLASS 3) The Stewards wished to hold an enquiry into the Running and Riding of CENTRAL FLAME, ridden by Miss C Walton and trained by James Walton, but were unable to do so as Mr Walton had left the course. They adjourned their enquiry to Newcastle on Thursday 1 March 2018.
Race 7 - 5:05pm THE BETFRED 'TREBLE THE ODDS ON LUCKY 15'S' NOVICES' HURDLE RACE (CLASS 3) The Veterinary Officer reported that CADEYRN (IRE), placed second, had lost its left front shoe. View Stewards report Wolverhampton, 24 Feb 18 Race 1 - 5:45pm THE BETWAY SPRINT HANDICAP STAKES (CLASS 6) KRAZY PAVING, trained by Olly Murphy, finished second at Lingfield Park the previous day. The Veterinary Officer reported that a pre-race examination of the gelding deemed it fit to race.
Race 2 - 6:15pm THE BETWAY CLASSIFIED SELLING STAKES (CLASS 5) Permission was given for AMAZING GRAZING (IRE) and MONUMENTAL MAN to go early to post.
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Post by dennisg on Feb 25, 2018 8:50:19 GMT
n today's sporting life............... Anita Chambers provides a selection for every race on Sunday, with Old Guard taken to land the National Spirit at Fontwell. Old Guard can spearhead a fruitful day of action for Paul Nicholls at Fontwell. The seven-year-old lines up in the totepool National Spirit Hurdle and a decent effort in this Grade Two event over two miles and three furlongs will surely see his price for the Stayers' Hurdle at Cheltenham contract. Old Guard has certainly not been running badly this season, winning twice in six starts, including at Listed level at Kempton back in October. However, he seems to be at his best when conditions are not too testing, so it was to his credit he managed to finish fourth behind Wholestone in the Relkeel at Cheltenham on New Year's Day when the heavy ground would have been far from ideal. Nicholls has given him a little spell on the easy list since then and that rest should have him nicely refreshed for this return to better ground. Incredibly versatile in terms of trip, Old Guard is favoured by the conditions of the race and can take full advantage. Copain De Classe has all the hallmarks of another Ditcheat winner in the opening toteplacepot Josh Gifford Memorial Novices' Chase. He is another that has shown his best on a sound surface and has been limited to just one start so far this year, suffering a surprise defeat when only third at Ascot back in November. However, the form of that has worked out well with winner Benatar subsequently scoring at Grade Two level while the second, Space Oddity, is actually in opposition again here. He has not had much more luck in two subsequent outings and must concede a bit more weight again to the selection this time. Unioniste can round out Nicholls' treble in the totepool Betting At totesport.com Open Hunters' Chase. Rated 159 and fourth in the RSA in his pomp, Unioniste bounced back from a shock defeat on his debut in this sphere to win as he liked at Wincanton last time and it could be tough to beat him again with his confidence now bolstered. Battalion is a fascinating newcomer to the National Hunt division in the grandnational.fans Novices' Hurdle at Southwell. A familiar name on the all-weather circuit, he boasts a Flat rating of 101 which certainly makes him of interest if Jamie Osborne can get him to negotiate the obstacles safely. Another day of graded action in Ireland and Doctor Phoenix can lift the Paddy's Rewards Chase for Gordon Elliott after his recent return to form. He was a wide-margin winner of the Dan Moore Chase after disappointing previously and this looks a nice step on the ladder to better things in due course. Anita Chambers' selections FONTWELL: 2.20 Copain De Classe, 2.50 Stoical Patient, 3.20 OLD GUARD (NAP), 3.55 Puppet Warrior, 4.25 Unioniste, 4.55 Ding Ding, 5.25 Black Lightning. NAAS: 1.40 Chip Shot, 2.10 Contingency, 2.40 Fitzhenry, 3.10 Discorama, 3.45 Doctor Phoenix, 4.15 Mick The Boyo, 4.45 Oscar Lantern, 5.15 Invincible Cave. SOUTHWELL: 2.00 Ulis De Vassy, 2.30 St Merryn, 3.00 Battalion, 3.35 Jaunty Flyer, 4.05 Hurricane Rita, 4.35 Tara Mac, 5.05 Strike In Milan. DOUBLE: Old Guard and Copain De Classe.
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Post by dennisg on Feb 25, 2018 8:52:06 GMT
News from Saturday's card at Kempton, where Global Citizen bolted up in the Sky Bet Dovecote Novices' Hurdle. Global domination Daryl Jacob and Ben Pauling teamed up to land the Sky Bet Dovecote Novices' Hurdle with the rapidly-improving Global Citizen. Formerly in the care of Jonjo O'Neill, Global Citizen made a winning debut for Pauling at Southwell at the start of the month and was sent off a 5/1 chance for this step up to Grade Two company. Sent straight to the front, he never saw another rival and extended clear in the straight to thrash Scarlet Dragon, who stayed on from the rear for second with Michael's Mount third. Favourite Mont Des Avaloirs was on the shoulder of the winner as the tempo increased and paid the price late on, suggesting that this was every bit as good a performance as it looked. Smart Flat horse Scarlet Dragon was beaten nine lengths on his hurdling debut while fellow high-profile recruits Humphrey Bogart and Carntop were both well held. Pauling said: "We always thought he was decent, he's well related and he'd been impressing at home. That was impressive. "We haven't got him in the Supreme or the Ballymore. We hadn't had him long when entries needed to be made and I just said to the owners it would be a bit too much to throw him in. "He'll probably go to Aintree." Global Citizen Global Citizen on his way to victory Jacob, who had given the horse a favourable mention in his Sporting Life column, added: "He won a novice for us at Southwell and did it nicely. I told Ben he was a smart horse and then he said he was coming here, so I was delighted as we'd find out how good he was. "I think after that performance we've got an idea of how good he is. He's very fast, very quick at his hurdles and travels well." Sky Bet cut Global Citizen to and go . Spokesman Michael Shinners said: "We knew connections were hopeful of a big run but I'm sure the manner of that victory took them by surprise. "It sounds like the Imperial Cup may come too soon, which also raises a question mark as to the Cheltenham Festival, but on that display he'd be one to watch wherever he goes. "We are non-runner, no bet for all Cheltenham Festival races which at least gives punters who want to side with him that extra security." Master-ful training performance Fergal O'Brien's patience was rewarded as Master Dee ran out a ready winner of the Betdaq Handicap Chase at Kempton. Having his first run for 105 days, he has been entered for several big races in the interim but his need for decent ground is well known and the surface at Kempton was clearly in his favour as he bounded clear of Ballykan to win by three and three-quarter lengths. Outpaced in the early stages, Barry Geraghty was content to take his time on the second circuit before making a big move coming out of the back straight. As Go Conquer gave way, Art Mauresque was left in front but he had no answer as Ballykan breezed past before Master Dee (8/1) took control. O'Brien said: "I'm very lucky to have great people around me and good horses. "This horse has been ready to run for three months and the Rooneys (owners) have let me wait and do what we wanted. "I could have run him two weeks ago and we decided to wait. It's paid off and I'm over the moon." Master Dee takes over from Ballykan Master Dee takes over from Ballykan Geraghty told ITV Racing: "I think I'm four from four in these colours. "I was pretty much outpaced all the way, but I just sat and he jumped nicely. With a circuit to go I thought we had no chance, but halfway down the back straight, he started to pick up. "Turning in I was fairly happy he was coming alive." Jason Maguire, racing manager for Paul and Clare Rooney, said: "Obviously he hasn't run since Aintree, when he ran well, as we were waiting for the ground. "His form had been over two and a half, but over three miles here, the sharp track has helped, as has the drying ground. "Barry gave him a lovely, patient ride, let them get on with it in front and he's come home well. "We'll see how he comes out of this before deciding about Cheltenham. As he goes on nice ground, he could go to Aintree or even Punchestown." Triumph on the agenda Redicean maintained his unbeaten record and boosted his Triumph Hurdle claims in the Betdaq #ChangingForTheBettor Adonis Juvenile Hurdle. Alan King sent Penzance and Katchit to win the Grade Two before Cheltenham glory in 2005 and 2007 respectively and plenty will fancy Redicean to follow up after justifying 10/11 favouritism. Now into , his jumping was much slicker and his trademark strong finish was in evidence once more as he pulled seven lengths clear of Malaya under Wayne Hutchinson. "He was breathtaking. I was adamant he would jump better in a truer run race and he proved that today and he settled better," said Hutchinson. "I was always in my comfort zone and he went through the gears easily. "Obviously Cheltenham is a different track, but he's battle-hardened from the Flat, it's not like he's got no experience." Sporting Life ✔ @sportinglife 🐴 Very impressive from Redicean, now 5/1 for the Triumph @skybet 🍏How do you like that, Apple's? 2:52 PM - Feb 24, 2018 See Sporting Life's other Tweets Twitter Ads info and privacy King said: "That's him odds-on for the Fred Winter now! That was lovely. I am thrilled. I thought he was good. His jumping was very slick today. When he got in tight, he was very quick through the air. "He has probably jumped 200 hurdles since last time. It was a rush to get him here for the Christmas meeting as we only got him in October, then he was gelded, so he was on the back burner for a while and he was just ready to start. "He was always going to get better. I thought he was very accurate today. "He got a mile-six on the Flat so he will stay. I've not deliberately just kept coming here, it was just that's the way it suited. "Penzance never saw the hill and he managed to win a Triumph. I don't think the ground matters. This is the best ground he has raced on so far. Better ground will probably help him. "He hadn't beaten much up until today and he has come through it well." Sky Bet's Michael Shinners added: "Redicean seems to be getting better with experience and now rates the biggest danger to Apple's Shakira in our non-runner, no bet book. "He looks to have all the attributes required for a Triumph and there have been some smart winners of this contest in the past." Redicean impressed at Kempton Redicean impressed at Kempton A 'name to follow Cyrname survived a scare to win the Betdaq Now 2% Commission Pendil Novices' Chase at Kempton. Paul Nicholls' six-year-old had jumped immaculately but with a huge advantage coming out of the back straight, he put in another monster leap at the fourth last fence which caught Bowen by surprise and he nearly went over the horse's head. It took Bowen a while to relocate his irons, but once he did there were no more alarms, coasting to victory in the Grade Two. Sent off the 2/5 favourite, he provided Nicholls with an incredible 10th win in the race. Cyrname wins at Kempton Cyrname wins at Kempton Bowen told ITV Racing: "It was embarrassing really, I sent him on then nearly fell off him. It was completely my fault. "He jumped well the whole way but I still nearly fell off him. He jumps and goes his own speed, he doesn't go slower or much faster, you just let him get on with it." Nicholls said: "He's brave and sometimes a bit too brave. "I'm incredibly lucky to have won this 10 times with some nice horses and this is a nice horse. "He's just starting to relax. With another summer he'll be really nice and who knows, he might win us a 10th King George one day. "He definitely won't go to Cheltenham or Aintree, I just wouldn't mind finding one small race going right-handed somewhere. It wouldn't be the end of the world if he didn't run again." Nicholls went on: "He has just transformed from being disappointing over hurdles as his issue was being so keen, but now he relaxes he is really good. "The race that might tempt me more than any is at Ayr, the Future Champions Novices' Chase. He just wants minding a little bit." King for a day Kings Walk (12/1) toughed it out to win the opening Back Or Lay On Betdaq Handicap Hurdle. Colin Tizzard's horse was given a positive ride by Harry Cobden but looked vulnerable to The Mighty Done approaching the last. However, a mistake from that rival gave Kings Walk another sniff and he found plenty to hold the rallying runner-up, who went down a neck with six lengths back to third-placed Wolfcatcher. Kings Walk toughed it out under Harry Cobden Kings Walk toughed it out under Harry Cobden Treble for Nicholls Favorito Buck's showed a willing attitude to land the Betdaq 2% Commission Exchange Handicap Chase for Nicholls, whose Cyrname had earlier landed the Pendil, before Danny Kirwan made it a treble for the yard in the concluding bumper. The latter was punted all day into 13/8 favouritism and won by two lengths from Pym, a Nicky Henderson representative who had been absent since winning at Ayr's Scottish National meeting in the spring, in what looked a strong race.
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